Facilities Development Engineer
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Executive
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Oil & Energy
Function: Engineering

Company profile:
Aker Solutions is a global provider of products, systems and services to the oil and gas industry. Our engineering, design and technology bring discoveries into production and maximize recovery from each petroleum field. We employ approximately 28,000 people in about 30 countries. Go to #URL_0fa3f7c5e23a16de16a841e368006cae916884407d90b154dfef3976483a71ae# for more information on our business, people and values.

Job description:
Corporate overviewAker Solutions is a global provider of products, systems and services to the oil and gas industry. Our engineering, design and technology bring discoveries into production and maximize recovery from each petroleum field. We employ approximately 28,000 people in about 30 countries. Go to #URL_0fa3f7c5e23a16de16a841e368006cae916884407d90b154dfef3976483a71ae# for more information on our business, people and values.Aker Solutions' Concept and Technology team based in St. John's, Newfoundland provides all front-end engineering services required for the development of oil and gas exploration and production facilities, with a strategic focus on field developments in varying water depth and harsh environments. Aker Solutions delivers complete field development solutions and undertakes all activities required to provide the facilities needed for oil and gas exploration, production and processing.Our products and services range from feasibility studies and field planning, through concept screening and selection, concept definition and project execution strategy, to detail engineering, procurement and construction management assistance.We need highly skilled engineers who can strengthen our team and support our ambitious growth plans and clients within the region. We are looking for a Facilities Development Engineer.Responsibilities and tasksManage execution of Facilities System and Topsides Front End Engineering scopes including staffing and competence development.Participate in defining strategies and business development to develop new client basis. Ensure that all system solutions in support of new business opportunities meet specified functional design criteria, and all technical and regulatory requirements.Identify and execute Facilities Systems and Topsides Front End Engineering work including opportunity appraisal, feasibility and concept screening studies, Pre-FEED and FEED. Coordinate and collaborate with subject matter experts within Aker Solutions in providing solutions, establishing and carrying out scope of works related to Facilities concepts. Understands project execution and can play a key role in project kick-off as per Aker Solution’s Project Execution Model (PEM). Assist in identifying project Risks, &amp; Opportunities, uncertainties and contribute to identification of mitigation strategies.

Requirements:
Qualifications &amp; personal attributesBachelor of Engineering Degree (or higher) With more than 15 years’ experience in Topsides and/or Field Development Feasibility and concept design, of which at least four years at specialist / managerial level. Overall understanding of totality and disciplines relevant for development of topsides as part of field development concepts.Experience with front-end opportunity appraisal, option evaluation, feasibility assessments and concept development selection.Assets: Significant project engineering and offshore installation and construction experience, preferably in harsh &amp; ice prone environmentsProject cost estimating, schedule development, economic screening and evaluation experience.Experience in concept development and field development planning Knowledge of all project development stages. Knowledge and understanding of CNLOPB and Transport Canada Regulation requirements.Key Competencies:Facilities Development Engineer will display the following competencies and complete the below described essential duties.Analyse Issues and Solve Problems - Gathers the most important information; analyses, incorporates, and applies new information and concepts; recognizes symptoms that indicate problems; makes sound and timely decisions.Understand Strategies - Demonstrates understanding and support of the organization’s mission and strategies; integrates and balances big-picture concerns with day-to-day activities. Encourages Commitment - Projects a positive image and serves as a role model for others; promotes commitment to the organization’s vision, values, and direction; acknowledges others’ efforts and accomplishments.Communicate Effectively - Expresses ideas clearly and concisely; listens carefully and attentively to others’ opinions and ideas; shares information and viewpoints openly and directly with others.Execute Efficiently - Delegates responsibility and conveys clear expectations to the appropriate staff; monitors the progress of others and redirects efforts and/or removes obstacles in order to get efforts back on track; deals with high-priority work activities first.Show Initiative - Sets high standards of performance for self and others and maintains a consistent, high level of productivity; takes personal responsibility to make decisions and take action; does not easily give up in the face of obstacles.Seek Customer Satisfaction - Seeks feedback from customers; tracks performance against customer requirements; addresses customer needs by involving the right people at the right time and follows up to ensure problems are solved.We offer• Friendly colleagues in an industry with a bright future.• An environment where you are encouraged to develop your skills and share your knowledge with your colleagues.• Competitive benefits and strong focus on work-life balance.Consistent with the Accords Act, residents of Newfoundland and Labrador specifically, and Canadians in generally, who are qualified, will be given first consideration for training and employment.

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